Raccoon Exterminator & Raccoon Pest Control NJ

Raccoons may have a cute appearance and bubbly personalities, which makes them liked by many people. Some will even turn them into pets. But, the reality is that they are wild animals that can destroy your belongings, invade your area and spread dangerous diseases like rabies.

People who live in areas where raccoons thrive might find themselves facing a problem when being visited by these cheeky, opportunistic mammals on a regular basis. And, make no mistake: they are considered pests when invading our homes.

If you’ve tried everything to get rid of raccoons, but nothing seems to work, then it’s time for the professionals to step in. Give B&D Pest Solutions a call for your raccoon exterminate needs in NJ.

Raccoons Are Incredibly Adaptable

These nocturnal mammals are found throughout the United States and are particularly thriving in woodland areas, but don’t be surprised to find them in cities or suburban settlements as well. They are highly adaptable and won’t miss a good feeding opportunity when it arises.

They are as big as a small dog, about 2-3 feet long, and have easily recognizable face markings that resemble a “thief mask”. Their looks and behavior got them quirky nicknames like “trash pandas” or “treasure cats”, but once you are dealing with a raccoon infestation, they won’t seem that likable anymore.

Damage Related to a Raccoon Infestation

The most concerning issue with having raccoons around your home is the fact that they carry rabies and pose a real threat to your pets, children or even to healthy adults. If you notice a raccoon behaving unnaturally, like being seen in the daylight, not avoiding humans, foaming at the mouth or appearing disoriented and aggressive, do not approach it since it may be infected with rabies.

Other diseases that can be carried by raccoons are Lyme disease, typhus, and even bubonic plague. They can also add a flea infestation to the damage they do themselves, especially when being comfortable enough to hang around your home or interacting with your pets.

Raccoons can do extensive damage to your home and yard, as they can chew through insulation, damage electrical wiring, destroy your garden and even killing small pets and poultry.

The most common type of damage raccoons do is littering when they search for food. They are opportunistic omnivores that actively search for food sources in so-called “raids”, when they would try to infiltrate in your yard and home, scattering trash found in the garbage cans, pet food left out in the open or any item that might get them a snack.

If you notice them at night or find raccoon footprints near or inside your home, it’s time to deal with your raccoon infestation.

Controlling and Removing Raccoons Is Not Easy

Discouraging raccoons from entering your yard or home might take some effort because they are so ingenious at finding entry points and agile enough to climb roofs, fences and squeeze in tight spaces. Sealing any entry to your home is very important, and it requires regular inspection and intervention when there are holes in your roof, basement windows or doors, etc.

The most important step in getting rid of raccoons is to eliminate all feeding opportunities by sealing your garbage bins with animal-proof lids, never keeping food out in the open (this includes bird feeders, pet food, etc.) and clearing the area of any debris they might use as a shelter or hunting grounds.

If it’s too late to apply preventive measures only, it’s time to call your local NJ raccoon exterminator, who will trap and remove them effectively from your area. Baiting and trapping raccoons should be done ethically and responsibly, so it’s best to not try it yourself. Some states also have the raccoon on their protected species list.

Because raccoons are furbearers, you need a permit to trap or to hunt them, so don’t hesitate to call a professional removal service if preventive measures did not get rid of them.